Escape to Scotland

06/11/2024

🤩 The wonderful Links Needlework Group have spaces for more members. If you are interested in meeting on Wednesday mornings with other like-minded crafting folk, please get in touch with Mairi. Details on poster ⤵️⤵️⤵️

05/11/2024

🚗 SINGLE TRACK OR NARROW ROADS 🚲

When using single track roads, please be mindful of other users. Pull into passing places to let traffic pass safely. 🚦

On single track roads, there's not enough room for a bike and car to pass side-by-side, so use the nearest passing place to allow cars to go by. Some roads are just wide enough for a car to pass a bike – stay alert, especially if it's windy, as you might not hear a car approaching until it’s right next to you. 🌬️

You may also encounter doctors, nurses, or volunteer emergency responders on their way to help someone in need. They may flash their headlights to pass – they’re not being impatient, just on an important call. Please pull over an let them pass. 🚑

Lastly, always keep passing places clear so traffic can keep moving smoothly! 🛣️

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05/11/2024

🔥🔥 NOVEMBER 🔥🔥

Our final tour of 2024 is going to be magic.

Don’t miss it! Lakeside Arts already sold out.

🎟️ Tickets at blazinfiddles.com 🎟️

05/11/2024

ANNOUNCING!

I'm very excited to annouce that Miriam Iorwerth will be joining me for the performance of The Springbank Voyage at Cove Burgh Hall this Friday evening (November 8th).

Miriam will play Marimba - photographed here with this amazing instrument, which she also plays on the album - have a listen to the lovely hammer-blow rhythms on 'Iron and Canvas', and the gentle-emotive ocean-swells of sound on 'Waters Rising', or on 'Santa Rosalia Sunrise', alongside several of the other tracks.

A networked performance music specialist who works at the Royal Conservatoire of Music, Miriam has a PhD in Music, and has also sailed further South than most seafarers I know, having spent years based in South Georgia and in Antarctica.

Also pictured is Robin Wynn Evans who recorded/produced the ablum at Tpot Studio.

05/11/2024

🌟 Exciting Winter Events at Groam House Museum! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming winter schedule and events! Here’s what’s in store to keep you inspired, creative, and connected through the season:

📅 Museum Opening Hours:
Starting November 9th, Groam House Museum will be open on weekends from 10am to 2pm through December 15th. Come visit us and explore the museum!
Black Isle residents will receive a 10% discount at our museum shop for their Christmas shopping ❤

🎉 Upcoming Events:

🔹 November 9th at 2:30pm - 'Stories Elizabeth Told' Join storyteller Lizzie McDougall as part of the 35th Scottish International Storytelling Festival! This year’s theme, "Bridges Between," which beautifully aligns with Groam House’s commitment to bridging cultures, histories, and communities. Don’t miss this enchanting session celebrating local tales and traditions.

🔹 November 14th at 7:30pm (Online) - The Picts - Ethnogenesis AD300-900: Join Professor Gordon Noble from the University of Aberdeen for an illuminating online lecture on the history and identity of the Picts, Scotland’s ancient people. Perfect for history buffs and anyone curious about Scottish heritage!

🔹 November 16th at 2pm - Discover the hidden tales within everyday objects in this free creative workshop by Aila Schafer from Landscapelore: A unique, in-person storytelling workshop at the museum.

🔹 November 23rd - Christmas Craft Fair: Visit our Christmas Craft Fair at Fortrose Free Church, where you’ll find handmade gifts, festive treats, and community cheer!

🔹 December 14th - Christmas Music Evening: Join us for a cozy music evening with the Black Isle Peoples Choir at Fortrose Academy Theatre. Get into the festive spirit with beautiful seasonal music!

❄️ And there’s more to come! Keep an eye out for additional events and winter surprises to help brighten the season together.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and stay tuned for more updates!

05/11/2024

01/11/2024

01/11/2024

From our pals at Articulation

📣 CREATIVE OPPORTUNITY 📣

Fresh Street: Bursaries for Outdoor Arts Practitioners

Creative Scotland is offering bursaries for Scottish-based outdoor arts practitioners to attend Circostrada’s Fresh Street #5.

To be eligible to receive a bursary, applicants need to have a minimum of five years’ professional experience. Your practice needs to be wholly or partially in outdoor live performance. Bursary recipients are expected to contribute to an informal short sharing of their experience after the event.

⏰ Deadline for applications: 2pm, Thu 12 Dec

🔗 For more information, visit: https://articulation.scot/.../fresh-street-bursaries-for.../

📸 Image: La Contrebande at Out There Festival 2019, Out There Arts Photography

01/11/2024

Another great event presented by Nairn Rotary.

Featuring The Inverness Fiddlers and Nairn Gaelic Choir.

Come along and hear the renowned Inverness Fiddlers playing a full selection of Scottish Traditional Music and Nairn Gaelic Choir perform a selection of songs from their extensive repertoire.

All proceeds will go towards the Scottish Huntington's Association.

Tickets can be purchased from Reception or by calling 01667 453476 (no booking fee) or via the online Box Office at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-rotary-club-of-nairn-presents-a-charity-concert-tickets-1069005958599

01/11/2024

Do you know which part of Scotland this is?